noun
bringing one's own lunch; self-catered
Refers to the act of preparing, bringing, or paying for one's own lunch, especially in contexts like company outings or meetings where meals might otherwise be provided.
社員旅行は手弁当で参加してください。
Please participate in the company trip on a self-catered basis (bring your own lunch).
会議は手弁当で
The meeting was held with everyone bringing their own lunch.
noun
volunteer work; unpaid work
Describes working without compensation, often out of goodwill or for a cause. Frequently used in phrases like 手弁当で働く or 手弁当の活動.
彼らは手弁当で地域の清掃活動を続けている。
They continue the local cleanup activities on a volunteer basis.
手弁当のボランティアが支えている。
It is supported by unpaid volunteers.